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Kompany: Bayern Munich must be patient with Musiala

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany knows his side will again be expected to mount another serious Champions League challenge as they prepare to open the new European campaign against Bodo/Glimt.

Burley: Kane should win the 2026 men's Ballon d'Or

SV Elversberg don't like "fairytale" comparisons even though their rise to Germany's top division, beating Bayer Leverkusen already this season, feels like a dream. It's all about staying true to who they are and where they're from.

Thierry Henry has backed his compatriot Kylian Mbappé to win the Ballon d'Or over favourite Harry Kane.

The 2026 Ballon d'Or short lists are out. Here's who could win the biggest individual prizes in men's and women's soccer.

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has cited Harry Kane as a Ballon d'Or candidate after a "very, very good season" -- but says the award should ultimately go to a Paris Saint-Germain player.

Harry Kane has said he is happy to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or and that he is "extremely proud" of his stunning goalscoring campaign last season.

Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has said the club did not receive any offers for Michael Olise over the summer transfer window, but stopped short of guaranteeing the Frenchman's long-term future.

It's time for the UEFA Champions League! Before each matchday, our panel of experts and voters will rank the top 10 teams in the field to give you a sense of the contenders and pretenders. Where does your club rank?